Quick answer: Thanksgiving 2026 is Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Verified grocery options on this page include Cub, Lunds & Byerlys, and Whole Foods Market. For restaurants, use the local 2026 guides linked below and confirm directly with the restaurant. Last checked November 2026. Call the store or restaurant to confirm hours, stock, and deadlines before you go.
In Minneapolis, Minnesota, Thanksgiving 2026 falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Use the official pages for Cub, Lunds & Byerlys, and Whole Foods Market to buy a turkey or ask about a prepared meal, and check Mpls.St.Paul Magazine’s November 6, 2026 guide for restaurants that local reporting says may be serving dinner.
Grocery stores in Minneapolis
| Store | Official page |
|---|---|
| Cub | Official page |
| Lunds & Byerlys | Official page |
| Whole Foods Market | Official page |
Mpls.St.Paul Magazine’s November 6, 2026 guide says Cub is selling take-home Thanksgiving dinners in a few serving sizes, Kowalski’s is taking meal and pie orders for pickup or delivery, and Lunds & Byerlys is offering full turkey dinners and a la carte turkeys, with pickup listed for November 24 and 25 while supplies last at select stores.
Cub in Minneapolis
Cub is a main Twin Cities supermarket and sells turkeys for the holiday.
Lunds & Byerlys in Minneapolis
Lunds & Byerlys and Kowalski’s Markets are the local and regional grocers many Minneapolis households use for a fresh bird.
Whole Foods Market in Minneapolis
Whole Foods Market and Trader Joe’s also sell turkeys in the city. Whole Foods Market catering is another pickup option in Minneapolis.
Restaurants in Minneapolis on Thanksgiving
Some Minneapolis restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and diners serve a Thanksgiving menu, but the list changes every year. Hotel dining rooms and neighborhood restaurants across Minneapolis typically offer a holiday menu, but confirm 2026 service directly. OpenTable’s Thanksgiving listings for the area are a useful starting point for reservations. Book early if you can, then call ahead to confirm hours, the holiday menu, and whether a children’s plate is available. This page does not list prices or reservation times because those details shift. See Mpls.St.Paul Magazine’s November 6, 2026 guide.
Holiday hours and food safety
Walmart has announced that its stores will be closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas 2026. Costco has said U.S. warehouses will be closed Thursday, November 26, 2026, “in observance of Thanksgiving.” If you usually shop one of those stores, buy the turkey earlier in the week. See what stores are open on Thanksgiving. Shop early enough to thaw a frozen turkey in the refrigerator. See how long to thaw a turkey and how much turkey per person. Last checked November 2026. Hours, menus, and holiday-meal deadlines change; call the store or restaurant to confirm before you go.
Sources
- Cub
- Lunds & Byerlys
- Whole Foods Market
- Whole Foods Market catering
- Mpls.St.Paul Magazine’s November 6, 2026 guide
- OpenTable’s Thanksgiving listings
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy a Thanksgiving turkey in Minneapolis?
Start with Cub, Lunds & Byerlys, and Whole Foods Market in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Use the official pages in this guide to pick a neighborhood store, ask the meat counter about a fresh bird, and buy a frozen turkey early enough to thaw it safely. Call ahead to confirm hours.
Can I order a whole prepared Thanksgiving meal in Minneapolis?
Often yes, through a grocery holiday-meal or catering desk, or a restaurant offering to-go. 2026 deadlines and menus vary by location. Call the store or restaurant and do not wait until Wednesday night.
What restaurants are open on Thanksgiving in Minneapolis?
Some restaurants and hotel dining rooms in and around Minneapolis may serve Thanksgiving dinner, but hours are not guaranteed until you confirm. Call ahead before you travel.
When should I order or shop?
Order a prepared meal several days ahead. Thaw a frozen turkey in the refrigerator, about 24 hours for every 4 to 5 pounds. Do not leave warehouse-club or closed-store shopping until Thursday.
Related guides
Browse other city guides in Where to Buy Thanksgiving Dinner Near You. Smaller nearby cities are collected in the hub for the Midwest. For cooking and shopping help, see how much turkey per person, fresh vs. frozen turkey, how long to thaw a turkey, where to order a prepared Thanksgiving dinner, what stores are open on Thanksgiving, what restaurants are open on Thanksgiving, and how to host Thanksgiving.
Helpful kitchen tools
- OXO Good Grips Oven Thermometer — Confirm your oven is actually at the temperature on the prepared-meal heating instructions.
- Granite Ware 19-Inch Oval Roaster Set — A large roaster helps if you bought a raw turkey and plan to cook it at home.
- Stasher Silicone Reusable Food Storage Bags, 4-Pack — Useful the day after Thanksgiving, when leftover turkey needs to go into the fridge quickly.
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